1973 BMW 525 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado

To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1973 BMW 525. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 525 weights approximately 119 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 525. (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 525.

Compare all specifications:

1973 BMW 525 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
Make BMW Chevrolet
Model 525 Colorado
Year Released 1973 2010
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2494 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 143 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 208 Nm 258 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1380 kg 1261 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 72 L


 

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